Pilot Island, Lake island in Washington, United States.
Pilot Island extends across 1.18 square kilometers in Lake Michigan near the Door Peninsula, featuring an elevation of 177 meters above water level.
The lighthouse on Pilot Island began operations in 1858, serving as a crucial navigational guide for ships traversing the challenging waters of Lake Michigan.
The island forms part of the Green Bay National Wildlife Refuge, preserving local ecosystems and supporting the regional maritime heritage through its lighthouse structure.
Access to Pilot Island requires boat transportation, with services departing from nearby ports depending on seasonal conditions and weather patterns.
Three shipwrecks rest near the island at the Pilot Island NW Site, marking the location of past maritime incidents in the Death's Door passage.
Location: Washington
GPS coordinates: 45.28500,-86.91970
Latest update: September 23, 2025 12:41
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